http://www.articlealley.com en-us editorial@articlealley.com Since the accidental discovery of the first synthetic dye, mauve, made from coal by William Henry Perkins in 1856, the use of natural dyes begin to phase out. And why not? Synthetic dyes are more colour fast, have a wide spectrum of colours that can be ea... http://www.articlealley.com/http://asiansecrets.articlealley.com/synthetic-dye-and-its-impact-on-the-environment-2425447.html 02nd May 2012 Easter celebration is nearing yet again, and coming up with ideas for Easter activities is one of the most exciting things to think about. Technically, one can gather a lot of ideas on what to do for this occasion; it is the challenge of coming up with an... http://www.articlealley.com/http://www.articlealley.com/10-easy-ecofriendly-easter-ideas-2425166.html 27th April 2012 Since the accidental discovery of the first synthetic dye, mauve, made from coal by William Henry Perkins in 1856, the use of natural dyes begin to phase out. 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